Lanzarote News

House Fire in Playa Honda Quickly Brought Under Control With the Help of Arrecife Major

A house fire in Playa Honda, Lanzarote, prompted an emergency response on Thursday afternoon after thick black smoke was seen rising from a residential property

Two Men Arrested After Family Dispute Escalates in Arrecife

Two men have been arrested in Arrecife, Lanzarote, after an alleged family dispute escalated into a confrontation involving knives.

Puerto del Carmen Records Lanzarote’s Highest Temperature as Heatwave Pushes Island Close to 40°C

Puerto del Carmen recorded Lanzarote’s highest temperature as a powerful August heatwave affected the island. Find out what it means for residents and tourists.

Arrecife Funfair 2026: Here’s What We Know So Far About Lanzarote’s Biggest Fairground

If you’ve been enjoying the funfair in Puerto del Carmen and are wondering where it’s heading next, the good news is that it won’t be travelling far.

Rally Isla de Los Volcanes to Bring Temporary Road Closures in Tías and Puerto Calero This Friday

Motorists travelling around Tías, Mácher and Puerto Calero on Friday, 7 August, are being advised to allow extra time.

Lanzarote Heat Alert Downgraded as Temperatures Begin to Ease

The Canary Islands Government has downgraded the heat alert for Lanzarote and La Graciosa to a pre-alert.

Lanzarote Welcomes 1.74 Million Visitors in the First Half of 2026 – But One Key Tourism Market Continues to Decline

Lanzarote has welcomed more than 1.73 million visitors during the first six months of 2026, keeping tourism numbers broadly in line with last year.

Eight Lanzarote Communities Face Water Supply Disruptions During Heatwave

Residents and visitors in several parts of Lanzarote experienced water supply interruptions on Tuesday, 4 August.

Civil Guard Union Raises Concerns Over Working Conditions at Lanzarote Airport

The Spanish Association of Civil Guards (AEGC) has publicly criticised working conditions for officers based at César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport.

Historic Rubicón Excavation to Continue After Discovery of 17 Human Skeletons

Archaeological work at one of Lanzarote’s most important historical sites is set to continue.

Teenager Seriously Injured in Kitesurfing Accident at Famara Beach, Lanzarote

A 17-year-old was seriously injured after a kitesurfing accident at Famara Beach on Tuesday evening.

Canary Islands Endure Intense Heat as Temperatures Climb Above 42°C for Third Consecutive Day

The Canary Islands are continuing to experience an exceptional spell of hot weather, with parts of the archipelago recording some of the highest temperatures.

Arrecife Keeps El Reducto Beach Closed Despite Positive Water Tests

Visitors and residents hoping to return to El Reducto Beach in Arrecife will have to wait a little longer.

Yellow Wind Warning Issued for Lanzarote as Gusts of Up to 70 km/h Forecast

Visitors and residents in Lanzarote are being advised to prepare for strong winds after AEMET issued a yellow weather warning.

Lanzarote Hospital Expands Diabetes and Obesity Services as Demand Continues to Grow

Man Rescued After Falling Among Coastal Defences on Lanzarote Promenade

A man was rescued by emergency services in Lanzarote during the early hours of Wednesday, 5 August, after falling into an area of rocks.

Apartment Fire in Arrecife Brings Swift Emergency Response

Emergency services were called into action on Wednesday, 5 August, after a fire broke out inside an apartment in Arrecife.

Flight Makes Precautionary Go-Around at Lanzarote Airport During Strong Winds

A passenger flight arriving at Lanzarote Airport was forced to carry out a precautionary go-around after strong crosswinds.

Canary Islands to Expand Marine Protected Areas by 17,000 km² in Major Conservation Boost

The Canary Islands are set to significantly strengthen marine conservation, with plans to add almost 17,000 square kilometres of new Marine Protected Areas.

Canary Islands Housing Projects Stall as Construction Firms Hold Back on New Public Contracts

No new public housing contracts have been awarded in the Canary Islands this year.